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365 Days of Slow Cooking and Pressure Cooking

Easy slow cooker and Instant Pot recipes for each day of the year

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July 17, 2014

Recipe for Slow Cooker Sausage, Chicken & Peppers

I once heard a girl talking about her favorite recipe that involved chicken and sausage.  I immediately thought "I need to make something like that in the crockpot!"  So that's what I did.  I love how the sausage flavors everything perfectly.  The red pepper adds in some extra … Read More »

July 15, 2014

Recipe for Slow Cooker Sloppy Joe Beef Quesadillas with Cream Cheese

(This is an updated recipe/photo from March 2013) If you're thinking to yourself that Sloppy Joes aren't your thing just keep reading.  Don't click out!  Because in fact, they aren't my thing either.  I typically don't like sloppy joes.  I think it has to do with the name, … Read More »

July 12, 2014

Single-Serve Salted Chocolate Chip and Nutella-Swirled Skillet Cookie

Do you love cookies but don't want to make a huge batch because you don't trust yourself? (I'm raising my hand right now). Then this recipe is for you.  It can be made quickly and it is the perfect portion for one person.  If you have kids, make sure they are in bed before you make this or else … Read More »

July 10, 2014

(Better than Cafe Rio) Slow Cooker Black Beans

This is a recipe/photo update from 2011 If you're making Mexican food you need to make a big batch of slow cooker black beans to go with it! These beans are so perfect because you don't have to soak beforehand and they are fast to get into the crockpot.  I love to serve mine on quesadillas, … Read More »

July 4, 2014

Reese’s Pieces Rice Krispy Peanut Butter Squares Recipe {Fun Friday}

These no bake peanut butter rice krispy treats are soft and chewy and full of peanut buttery goodness.  I've made them 3 times in the last week--for reals!  They are a crowd pleaser and will disappear in no time.   Happy 4th of July and Fun Friday! I hope you're out doing something … Read More »

July 2, 2014

How to Make Cornbread in the Slow Cooker

Did you know that you can bake cornbread in the slow cooker?  It's super easy and it's a great way to bake in the summer since the crockpot won't heat up your kitchen like the oven does.  The cornbread comes out super moist too!  This cornbread is perfect for a potluck or a side dish with your … Read More »

June 27, 2014

Recipe for Individual Peanut Butter Brownie Trifle Cups {Fun Friday}

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Cookies2Crunch *This is an updated post from last summer...it needed a little more time in the lime light.* Welcome back to Fun Friday!  I've been loving my decision to write a post each … Read More »

June 25, 2014

CrockPot Garlic Sweet Potato Mash

These savory sweet potatoes will surprise you.  You'll be expecting baby food (at least that's what it looks like) but instead you're going to get a flavorful bite that will leave you saying mmmmmmm!  I know that's what happened when I had my first spoonful and the same happened to my son. … Read More »

June 24, 2014

CrockPot Hoisin Shredded Pork Sliders

(This is an old recipe from 2012 with an updated photo) This recipe for Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork Sliders is an easy and different way to serve shredded pork.  Forget the barbecue sauce try Hoisin sauce instead.  The Asian flavors taste so well paired with a little sweet Hawaiian roll. … Read More »

June 20, 2014

Recipe for Oatmeal Cinnamon Pancake Mix {Fun Friday}

 It's going to be a really fun weekend for me because my son is turning 6!  He's going to have a little party and has requested pokemon cards for his birthday present (eye roll).  I still think of him as a baby but he's going to be 6...he's going to be in first grade.  He's going to be at school all … Read More »

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